Windsor, Chatham, Leamington

Homeowner Tips

Here are a few tips to getting your new house in order, and some maintenance priorities that need to be taken care of soon after moving into your home.

Change The Locks

Although this may seem like an obvious priority, many people don’t think of it in the excitement and stress of moving into a new home. Some people think it’s simply not necessary – after all the previous owners handed over the keys, right? However, you don’t know who else had a key to the home before it was sold. Home owners often give keys to cleaning services, house sitters, baby sitters, relatives, the dog-sitter, a boyfriend or girlfriend, or even an emergency key given to a neighbor. Some of those people may not even realize the home has been sold and that you are the new owner. Crafty thieves who know your household will be in disarray during the first days after your move may use this as an opportunity and be long gone before you even realize something is missing.

*Make sure all your locks are changed on moving day or within one to two days after.

Other One Time Tasks

Install smoke detectors as necessary (one on each level of the home near sleeping areas)